2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2012 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cougar | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
